Franklin Art Scene

6:00 pm | Friday, Apr 3rd

Downtown Franklin, TN Art Crawl

Every first Friday of the month……

The Franklin Art Scene will open its doors this Friday with fabulous art to view for all. The first-Friday art crawl, which has consistently grown in attendance since its 2011 conception, will feature 30-plus participating locations in Historic Franklin Tennessee’s core. Art Scene locations are dispersed throughout downtown, including the antique district and spots up and down Columbia Avenue. There is no set starting point for art crawl participants; guests are encouraged to begin at any map location. Trolleys circulate among all the stops throughout the night, and $5 buys an unlimited wristband to jump on and off at will from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

In addition to an online map and QR code, a Franklin Art Scene smartphone application is now available on Google Play. The download gives users up-to-date information on the upcoming art crawl and its locations.

To download maps and applications, visit www.franklinartscene.com. To stay updated with featured artists showing at individual locations, check out www.facebook.com/FranklinArtScene.

Some highlights of the November 1 event include:

Just off Columbia Avenue, Damico Frame & Art Gallery will showcase work by Jennie Schut, a local painter who has shown her work throughout the state. As an artist, Schut perceives the many relationships active in an engaging piece of work and uses light and dark, smooth and rough, colorful and dull elements to create her masterpieces.
Savory Spice Shop, a new boutique spice store on Main Street, is hosting local acrylic artist Roy Laws. Laws offers artistic interpretations of vintage guitars, rock n’ roll icons and outlaw country legends.
The Williamson County CVB Vistor Center at the corner of Fourth Avenue and Main Street is hosting “visual jazz” painter JD Wise, who appreciates the modern, mid-century style of the ‘60s.
Heirloom Shop is hosting painter Maia Ketterbaugh at its Main Street shop, and artist who paints still-life objects in an oil medium.
On the Public Square, Boutique MMM will display pieces by Laurel Nash, a jewelry artist and silversmith who primarily works with leather.
On Second Avenue North, antiques store T. Nesbitt & Co. is offering a look at Cynthia Birdsong’s work. Birdsong will display her mixed-media pieces. As an artist, she has taught adults and children at Cheekwood Botanical Garden for nearly 20 years.
Bagbey House on Fourth Avenue North is showcasing several of their in-house local artists in November, including Debbie Smartt, Lisa Hayward and Jill Harper.
O’More College of Design on S. Margin Street hosted a scholarship competition for high school students across the state this fall. The Verve show

graphic design submissions will be displayed alongside a professional exhibit in the College’s fine art gallery.

Gallery 202 on Second Avenue South is exhibiting fresh work from Nashville, Tennessee painter Diane Davich Craig and Franklin-based jewelry artist Paula Barnett.

Photo credit:“Diane Davich Craig (Betty Boots)” Diane Davich Craig (showing at Gallery 202)

About the Franklin Art Scene

In 2011, a group of Downtown Franklin Association (DFA) members launched the monthly Franklin Art Scene to promote local talent and community relationships in Historic Downtown Franklin, Tenn. Since its inception, the first-Friday event has been a unique experience for both the art novice and the connoisseur, offering a sweeping variety of magnificent work that ranges from blown glass and mixed-media pieces to original paintings and handcrafted jewelry.

The 30-plus participating locations are dispersed throughout downtown Franklin’s core. For more information, visit www.franklinartscene.com or www.facebook.com/FranklinArtScene.

Visit http://franklinartscene.com to learn more!

Screenwriting Competition Finalists

2:26 am | Wednesday, Apr 1st

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“The finalists for this year’s Screenwriting Competition represent the best in undiscovered writing talent,” said Ted Crockett, NaFF Executive Director. “They presented everything from hilarious comedies to terrifying horror films, and we are thrilled to be a venue to jumpstart their careers.”

The 65 finalists were selected from nearly 1,300 international entries. The Nashville Film Festival Screenwriting Competition is unique among thousands of screenwriting competitions in the U.S. because it offers a category for young screenwriters as well as more categories for short screenplays than any other competition.

“Placing in a screenwriting competition assists up and coming talent with an important step in their careers,” continued Crockett. “It can help them as they establish themselves and their films, whether that’s gaining financing, exposure or both.”

Top scripts, selected from NaFF winners, will be read by Blossom Films, Nicole Kidman’s Academy-Award nominated production company; noted casting director, Laray Mayfield; Sycamore Pictures CEO, Ben Nearn; Rich Peluso, Senior Vice President of AFFIRM Films; famed limit-breaking director/producer Harmony Korine; Lewis Bogach, Emmy-winning Vice President of CMT-TV; and Abso Lutely Productions, producer of six current comedy TV hits.

FINALISTS, listed alphabetically by title:

DRAMA FEATURE
“Code Blues” – Gary Wallach
“Glen Sherley” – Joe Rassulo, Robert Gibson
“Independence Pass” – Brian MacEvilly
“Oil and Water” – Alfred Thomas Catalfo, Morgan Webster Dudley
“Shadowman” – Mike Miller
“The Acadian” – David Vincent
“The Oracle of Jerald’s Bay” – Sarah Bewley

COMEDY FEATURE
“Alliance” – Charlie Robinson, Carla Robinson
“Canadian Holiday” – David Rocchio
“Miss Loving” – Bernard Smith
“My Bad Day in Hell” – Eric Carlson
“Poe Boys” – David Van Hooser
“The Full Irish” – Brian MacEvilly

MUSIC INSPIRED FEATURE
“Blind Boone” – Moss Hall, Max Morath
“Chris Gaines Saves the World” – Donald Driscoll
“Stride” – Rick Whelan

FAMILY FEATURE
“Darby Petty and the Lost Treasure” – DC Sayre
“Eleven Days” – Jaginder Singh
“The Creepy House” – Shoshana Rosenbaum

INSPIRATIONAL FEATURE
“Heart Stringz” – Barbara Ashdown
“In-Between” – Sandra Webb Smith
“One Small Step” – Patrick Sherman

ANIMATED FEATURE
“My Monster Burrufu” – Alberto Corral
“The Mythfitz” – Nicholas Julius

ACTION/ADVENTURE FEATURE
” D.T.” – Ken Comer
“Guns and Grace” – Odin Ozdil
“The Third Bomb” – Phillip Parker

HISTORICAL FEATURE
“In Spite of It All” – Rebecca Boyd
“Kid Convict” – Julie Umbreit
“Samson: A Savior Will Rise” – Shawn Hoffman, Michael Hoffman

SCIENCE FICTION FEATURE
“Bioterror Conspiracy” – Louis Lio
“Eden” – Jessica Chou
“No Man’s Land” – Michelle Davidson, Jeffrey Field
“Populous” – Michael Quintero

THRILLER/HORROR FEATURE
“A Texas Story” – David Martin-Porras, Julia Fontana
“Bad Blood” – Billie Bates
“Empathy” – Elvis Wilson
“Ginseng” – Josh Barkey
“Lifers” – Phil Burdette
“The Apocalypse Chronicles” – Nathan Ludwig, Charles Hill
“Why the Willow Weeps” – Dwight Jolivette
“Zombie Ward” – Harry Oxnard

TENNESSEE SCREENWRITER FEATURE
“Empathy” – Elvis Wilson
“Sink Swim” – Elvis Wilson
“The Acadian” – David Vincent
“The Last Drop” – A. D. Smith

DRAMA TELEPLAY
“Limbo” – Jessica Chou
“Long Lost” – Deanna Shumaker
“Renegades” – Conway Preston
“Tip & Keeper” – Carol Caldwell

COMEDY TELEPLAY
“It Could Be Worse” – Tracy Reilly
“The Knot” – Adam Rosenbaum
“Star Pupils” – Tom Ruprecht

COMEDY SHORT
“That Other Crazy Thing You Do” – Michelle Leibel
“U Got Tagged” – Andrew Roxby

DRAMA SHORT
“Illuminate” – Robert Pawloski
“Which Spoke of Freedom” – Aria Marrogi, Chris Germiller

FAMILY SHORT
“The Home of Rock” – Brian MacEvilly
“Wiindigoo the Cannibal” – Michael O’Rourke, Winona LaDuke

GENRE SHORT
“Guest” – Charles Dillon Ward
“Lumen 18” – Darren Tibbits

TENNESSEE SCREENWRITER SHORT
“The Ice Road” – Taylor Albertson
“Incident at Broadway and Grand” – Francis Wolff

YOUNG SCREENWRITER SHORT
“The Favor” – Jack Fossett
“The Pride Club” – Kirill Dyshlovoy

Nashville Film Festival (NaFF), April 16 – 25, 2015, presented by Nissan North America, brings the world to Nashville in a 10-day celebration of film. NaFF celebrates the diversity of the human vision by curating diverse program segments. Founded in 1969 by Mary Jane Coleman, it is one of the oldest film festivals in the U.S. As an Academy Award Qualifying Event, NaFF garners notice from the Associated Press, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, MovieMaker Magazine, IndieWire, Variety, Billboard, New York and Script Magazine.

About Nissan North America
In North America, Nissan’s operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and has been recognized as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.InfinitiUSA.com, or visit the Americas media sites NissanNews.com and InfinitiNews.com.

Activities for Seniors

2:02 am | Wednesday, Apr 1st

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AQUAMOTION
(Arthritic/Post Rehab Water Class)
Aquamotion provides an opportunity for people with arthritis and post rehab conditions to improve flexibility, coordination, and muscle strength. No registration required!

Franklin Recreation Complex
Days: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Dates: Ongoing (No class 4/3)
Times: 8:15am to 9:00am
Cost: $2.00 (for ages 55 & older); $3.00 (for ages 54 & younger)
Instructor: Heather AtkinsonLongview Recreation Center at Spring Hill
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Dates: Ongoing
Time: 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Cost: $2.00 (for ages 55 & older); $3.00 (for ages 54 & younger)
Instructor: Laura KoyPOWER TOOLS
Power Tools provides a fun and friendly atmosphere for active boomers to increase their overall strength and endurance. Components of this class include elements of cardio, balance training, and core strengthening. Wear comfortable clothes. No registration required! Please note: Beginning in February, Power Tools will meet the first Wednesday of each month!

Franklin Recreation Complex
Days: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Dates: Ongoing (No class 4/3)
Time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Cost: $3.00 per class; paid at the front desk.
Instructor: Nancy Rieves

SMART MOVES
Join us for strength training, movement, brain stimulation and fun! This class is focused on the 55 and older population who need the benefits of a “less strenuous” workout. Chairs provide stability for the “balance challenged” participant. No floor work. Please note: Beginning in February, Smart Moves will meet the first Wednesday of each month!

Franklin Recreation Complex
Days: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Dates: Ongoing (No class 4/3)
Time: 1:00pm to 1:30pm
Cost: $2.00 per class
Instructor: Nancy Rieves

TRAINING WHEELS
Learn to ride our new Schwinn cycles in a safe and inspiring atmosphere. Enjoy a 30 minute class for 55 and over. Free from traffic woes, weather, or someone’s pet! Excellent for building lower body strength and blasting calories!

Franklin Recreation Complex
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Dates: Ongoing
Time: 10:30am-11:00am
Cost: $4.00 per class
Instructor: Nancy Rieves

SENIOR YOGA
This class, geared toward older adults, will focus on balance, strength and flexibility. By encouraging our bodies to remain flexible, active and mindful, we can be engaged mentally, physically and spiritually.

Williamson County Recreation Complext at Nolensville
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Dates: Ongoing
Time: 11:00AM TO 12:00PM
Cost: $3.00 per class
Instructor: Karen Dunne

ZUMBA GOLD®
Zumba Gold® takes the popular Latin-dance inspired workout of Zumba®, and makes it accessible for seniors, beginners or others needing modifications in their exercise routine. This easy-to-follow choreography will help build cardiovascular health by challenging the heart and working out the muscles of the hips, legs and arms. Come ready to sweat, and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong!

Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville
Days: Mondays and Fridays
Dates: Ongoing (No class 4/3)
Time: 11:30am to 12:30pm
Cost: $3.00 per class
Instructor: Heather Dabbs

Monthly Programs

Williamson County Parks and Recreation offers monthly social programs to keep seniors involved and informed.

DAY TRIPS
Each month, we offer day trips to places all throughout Middle Tennessee and Northern Kentucky. Transportation is provided and departs from our facilities in Franklin and Spring Hill.

LANE MOTOR MUSEUM AND THE OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY
If you like classic and unique cars and/or good food, then this is the trip for you! We will start off at the Lane Motor Museum, which features 150 unique cars and motorcycles and is home to the largest European collection in the United States. The vehicles date from the 1920s all the way up to modern day and feature a varied collection of microcars, amphibious vehicles, military vehicles, alternative fuel vehicles, prototypes, one-of-a-kind vehicles and motorcycles. Then we will enjoy a meal at the Old Spaghetti Factory. They invest meticulous attention to their decor so guests feel as though they’re stepping into another world. The restaurant is adorned with antique lighting, intricate stained glass displays and an old fashioned trolley car that double as a dining hall. The cost of the trip includes admission to the Lane Motor Museum and transportation. Lunch will be Dutch treat.

Franklin Recreation Complex – To register call (615) 790-5719 ext. 2010.
Day: Thursday
Date: April 23
Time: 9:30am to 2:00pm
Cost: $25.00 (Price includes admission to the museum and transportation. Lunch is Dutch treat.)
Registration: 3/16-4/10 (Or until full)

Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill- To register call (615) 302-0971 ext. 2210.
Day: Thursday
Date: April 23
Time: 8:30am-3:00pm
Cost: $25.00 (Price includes admission to the museum and transportation. Lunch is Dutch treat.)
Registration: 3/16-4/10 (Or until full)

16TH ANNUAL TN 52 YARD SALE AND 5 CHEFS
Join us on a bus ride up to Hwy TN 52 for the second largest yard sale in Tennessee. The sale spans 95 miles and nearly 800 vendors were featured in 2014. We will start with lunch at 5 Chefs in Portland, TN. The 5 Chefs, located inside the Historic Gossett House, serves daily “meat and three” lunches and includes unique gifts, home decor, a ladies boutique, children’s apparel, antique furniture, and more. This is the perfect place to have a quiet, relaxing lunch with friends. After lunch we will hit Hwy TN 52 and stop as we see clusters of yard sale vendors. Vendors sell things like antiques, quilts, crafts, food, clothing, furniture, toys, books, etc. Your shopping options are only limited by the space on the bus. The cost of the trip provides the bus transportation and a snack. Lunch will be Dutch treat.

Franklin Recreation Complex- To register call (615) 790-5719 ext. 2010.
Day: Friday
Date: May 15
Time: 9:45am to 3:30pm
Cost: $20.00 (Price includes the cost of transportation and a snack. Lunch is Dutch treat.)
Registration: 4/13-5/8 (Or until full)

Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill- To register call (615) 302-0971 ext. 2210.
Day: Friday
Date: May 15
Time: 8:45am to 4:30pm
Cost: $20.00 (Price includes the cost of transportation and a snack. Lunch is Dutch treat.)
Registration: 4/13-5/8 (Or until full)

SMART DRIVING WITH AARP
WCPR is pleased to announce that we are hosting an AARP Smart Driving class for adults 55 and up. This two day course helps drivers improve their skills that could help avoid traffic violations or other accidents. Check with your insurance company for possible discounts for taking this course. Coffee and drinks will be provided., but you will want to bring a snack.

Please note: Participants must attend both days to earn credit for this course. Bring your AARP membership card to registration and to the class (to confirm membership).

Franklin Recreation Complex- To register call (615) 790-5719 ext. 2010.
Days: Wednesday and Thursday
Date: April 15 and April 16
Time: 9:00am to 1:00pm both days
Cost: $15.00 for AARP members; $20.00 for Non-members
Registration: 3/16-4/7 (Or until full)

POTLUCK AND BINGO
Please join us for our monthly bingo and potluck lunch. We provide the entree and ask that you bring a side dish or dessert to share with the whole group. After the meal, try to win a prize during one of our rounds of bingo. Don’t miss this fun afternoon!

Franklin Recreation Complex- To register call (615) 790-5719 ext. 2010.
Day: Monday
Date: April 13
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Registration: 3/16-4/10

Day: Monday
Date: May 11
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Registration: 4/13-5/8

Day: Monday
Date: June 15
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Registration: 5/11-6/12

Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill- To register call (615) 302-0971 ext. 2210.
Day: Tuesday
Date: April 14
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Registration: 3/10-4/13

Day: Tuesday
Date: May 12
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Registration: 4/14-5/11

Day: Tuesday
Date: June 9
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Registration: 5/12-6/8

Williamson County Complex at Nolensville-To register call (615) 786-0200 ext. 2410
Day: Wednesday
Date: April 8
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Registration: 3/11-4/6

Day: Wednesday
Date: May 6
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Registration: 4/8-5/4

Day: Wednesday
Date: June 10
Time: 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Registration: 5/6-6/8

SOCIAL CLUB
We invite you to come out and enjoy a social morning with us! We will have light refreshments and various games set up for you. If you aren’t up to playing games, then feel free to stop in and just socialize! We encourage you to bring your friends and throw out some ideas that you would enjoy seeing in the future at Nolensville.

Williamson County Complex at Nolensville- To register call (615) 786-0200 ext. 2410
Day: Thursday
Date: April 16
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Cost: Free
Registration: 3/19-4/13

Day: Thursday
Date: May 14
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Cost: Free
Registration: 4/16-5/12

NEW! OPEN ACTIVITIES AT NOLENSVILLE
Drop into the Senior Room at Nolensville for Open Activities! Bring your cards, knitting needles, crafts, friends, etc and enjoy! We will provide games, such as Scrabble and Yahtzee or you can bring your own. No registration required. Feel free to drop in as you are available.

Williamson County Complex at Nolensville- To register call (615) 786-0200 ext. 2410.
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: Ongoing
Time: 9:00am to 11:00am
Cost: Free!
Registration: No registration required.

WII BOWLING LEAGUE
Come join us at the Longview Rec Center in Spring Hill for our Wii Bowling League. No experience is necessary, but this is a 10 week commitment and your team depends on you to be there the majority of the season. Teams will be picked at random. Patrons are welcome to stop by and watch a game!

Please note: The Fall Wii Bowling League will be on Thursdays from 10:00pm to 12:00pm. The league dates and registration will be available in our next quarter’s newsletter.

BOWLING
Like to bowl, but without the commitment of a league? Then join us for our drop-in bowling. No registration required!

Day: Mondays
Dates: 1/26-4/20
Time: 9:30am
Cost: $1.25 per game paid directly to Franklin Family Entertainment Center
Location: Franklin Family Entertainment Center, 1200 Lakeview Drive, Franklin, TN

LIFESTYLE ENRICHMENT SERIES
The Senior Division of Williamson County Parks and Recreation is pleased to host the Lifestyle Enrichment Series. This series provides seniors, 55 and up, with an opportunity to attend free education sessions. These informative sessions are provided by community healthcare professionals and provide valuable information on improving seniors overall quality of life.

For questions, please call (615) 302-0971 ext. 2021.

Fairview Seniors Group

Senior Citizens meet each Tuesday and Thursday in the seniors room at the Fairview Recreation Complex. At 10:30 a.m. everyone plays bingo. Members who enjoy playing Rook come early on meeting days and play until time for bingo. The seniors also have a pool table and the gentlemen play pool, both before and after the meeting. A covered dish lunch is held on the 1st Tuesday of each month. The business meeting is held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month and on this day we make plans for day trips or activities.

Days: Tuesday & Thursdays
Date: Ongoing
Time: 10:30am

Senior Service ClubWilliamson County Parks and Recreation offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for seniors.TEA WITH THE BUNNY
We are looking for a few volunteers to help with our annual Tea with the Bunny event. For additional information, or to sign up to volunteer, please call (615) 790-5719 ext. 2025.

Franklin Recreation Complex
Day: Saturday
Date: March 21, 2015
Time: 9:00am to 11:00am (Volunteer hours TBA)

Policies and Procedures

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
Please call (615) 790-5719 ext. 2025 for Franklin based programs, (615) 302-0971 ext. 2218 for Spring Hill based programs or (615) 786-0200 ext. 2421 for Nolensville based programs the day of the event for cancellation information. For inclement weather updates on facility closures, please call the department’s Inclement Weather Hotline at (615) 591-8524. Information regarding class or event cancellations due to inclement weather will be listed on our website, Facebook, and at the front desk of the facility where the class/event is taking place.

REGISTRATION POLICY
All registrations dates are included with the activity description. Registration will begin at 9:00am on the first registration date listed (no reservations will be taken before that time). Registrations for trips or programs can either be made in person or phoned in to a receptionist. Phone messages are not accepted when making a reservation. You must speak with a receptionist in order to make your reservation. For phone registrations, please call (615) 790-5719 ext. 2010 for Franklin based programs, (615) 302-0971 ext. 2210 for Spring Hill based programs, or (615) 786-0200 ext. 2410 for Nolensville based programs . In order to hold your reservation, payments must be received within 5 days of the initial registration. Payments can be:

Phoned in (i.e. credit card, and will include a small processing fee in addition to the trip or program fee).
Paid in person
Or mail it in to…

Franklin Recreation Complex
WCPR
Attention: Seniors
1120 Hillsboro Road
Franklin, TN 37064

Longview Recreation Center at Spring Hill
WCPR
Attention: Seniors
2909 Commonwealth Drive
Spring Hill, TN 37174

Williamson Recreation Complex at Nolensville
WCPR
Attention: Seniors
7250 Nolensville Road
Nolensville, TN 37135
Please note: We make every effort to make our registration process as easy and fair as possible. Individuals may register up to one other person for a day trip. We hope this policy will give more people the opportunity to enjoy and participate in our trips.

OTHER HELPFUL INFORMATION…
There is a waiting list available at both the Longview Recreation Center and Franklin Recreation Complex. If there is a cancellation at either facility, patrons will be contacted by either Krista Hollis (Longview) or Mary Clark (Franklin) in the order in which they have been placed on the waiting list. If you are unable to attend a trip you have registered for, please contact either Krista or Mary so that we can fill your spot via the waiting list only. We ask that you do not take it upon yourself to fill your spot, so everyone who has called in has an equal chance to participate.
TRIP CANCELLATION POLICY
Refunds are available through the last day of registration. After the final registration date, most trips are non-refundable unless your spot can be filled by someone off the waiting list. Please remember to call (615) 790-5719 ext. 2025 for Franklin based programs, (615) 302-0971 ext. 2218 for Spring Hill based programs, or (615) 786-0200 ext. 2421 for Nolensville based programs to cancel.

PROGRAM CANCELLATION POLCY
Refunds can be requested up to 24 hours before the program. After that point, most programs are non-refundable unless your spot can be filled by someone off the waiting list. Please remember to call (615) 790-5719 ext.2025 for Franklin based programs, (615) 302-0971 ext. 2218 for Spring Hill based programs or (615) 786-0200 ext. 2421 for Nolensville based programs to cancel.

Commemorating American History

1:42 am | Wednesday, Apr 1st

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April 9

Robert E. Lee, Confederate General surrenders at Appomattox, VA, to US General Ulysses S. Grant, effectively initiating the end of the American Civil War.

In commemoration– Thursday, April 9, 2015 Tour The Carter House and Carnton Plantation on this anniversary for $9 each. This discounted price applies to adult and senior admission for house tours only.

April 14-15

16th US President, Abraham Lincoln is gravely wounded at Ford’s Theater during evening performance April 14th and dies the morning of April 15th.

In commemoration– Wednesday, April 15, 2015 – Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln – Special Screening followed by Q&A with Eric Jacobson, 6:30 p.m. Click here to purchase tickets at the Franklin Theatre website.

April 26

American Civil War officially ends with Agreement signed at Bennett’s House near Durham Station, North Carolina.

In Commemoration– Battle Scarred Special Exhibition at Carnton’s Fleming Center closes on April 26. The exhibit captures the ultimate cost of war and the importance of the Battle of Franklin as a part of our national heritage with over 100 artifacts on display, some of which have not been viewed together for 150 years. (The only day the exhibit is not open is Easter Sunday, April 5th.)

Asheville’s Tupelo Honey Cafe to Open in Franklin, Tennessee

3:59 am | Thursday, Mar 26th

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ASHEVILLE, NC (March 25, 2015) – Asheville’s iconic downtown restaurant, Tupelo Honey Cafe, will open a new location in the Meridian Cool Springs community in Franklin, TN, just south of Nashville. Projected opening is fall of 2015.

Tupelo Honey Cafe serves creative, Southern-inspired fare that’s fresh and made-from-scratch. Selecting from 15 fresh vegetable sides, you can customize your meal with the restaurant’s Sunday Supper Plate with such choices as Buttermilk Fried Chicken or Pan-Seared Carolina Mountain Trout.

Small plates include such items as Tennessee Country Ham Wontons, Macaroni and Cheese with Blackened Shrimp and Herbed Lamb Meat Balls with a Tomato Curry Sauce. The restaurant’s signature Sweet Potato Pancake with Peach Butter is available all the time.

In addition to classic Southern entrees – such as Chef Brian’s Shrimp and Goat Cheese Grits and Nutty Fried Chicken with Milk Gravy — Tupelo Honey offers a signature brunch on Saturday and Sunday featuring their famous Queen Mary Bloody Mary and Fresh Orange Mimosas.

The restaurant has a full bar featuring 40 craft beer taps including local favorites from Yazoo Brewing, Tennessee Brew Works and Black Abbey Brewing Company. Local distillers – the restaurant’s signature cocktail will spotlight Prichard’s Distillery – will also be featured. All cocktails are made-from-scratch, using house-made mixers and syrups developed using only fresh ingredients.

The 7,000 square foot restaurant will seat approximately 150 inside with an additional 50 seats on the patio. The outside area will feature soft seating conducive to all sorts of gatherings – from intimate to convivial. The interior space includes an open kitchen and a full bar.

“We’ve been looking in Middle Tennessee for some time,” said Tupelo Honey Cafe CEO Steve Frabitore. “The Meridian Cool Springs development is the perfect spot for us.”

Meridian Cool Springs is a 60-acre mixed-use community including over 70,000 square feet of retail space as well as offices, restaurants and two hotels. The focus of the development is pedestrian friendly activity within its lush landscaping, offering sidewalks and public bocce courts as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center.

“We are thrilled to welcome Tupelo Honey to Meridian Cool Springs” said Kristin Cales, marketing director for Boyle Investment Company which developed and manages Meridian Cool Springs. “Tupelo Honey’s presence will no doubt be met with great enthusiasm not only among our Meridian tenants and customers but all of Nashville as well, with their reputation for Southern comfort cuisine.”

Tupelo Honey Cafe opened in downtown Asheville, NC, in 2000. The restaurant now has a second Asheville location as well as locations in Knoxville, Chattanooga and Johnson City, TN; Greenville and Myrtle Beach, SC; and Charlotte and Raleigh, NC. New restaurants will open in Arlington and Virginia Beach, VA, also in 2015.

Individuals interested in employment at the Cool Springs location can apply on-line at www.tupelohoneycafe.com/careers The restaurant will employ approximately 140 people.

For more information, visit www.tupelohoneycafe.com

Celebrity Barn Dance

7:41 pm | Friday, Mar 20th

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Don’t miss this fun and elegantly casual barn dance and benefit concert. Wear your boots and bling for a night of good ole fashion fun and dance to music with the Celebrity Band featuring Rodney Crowell, Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill and Cory Chisel. MusiCares, Music Health Alliance, Bonaparte’s Retreat and New Beginnings of Lake Charles are all beneficiaries of this concert!

6:00 – 7:30pm – VIP Reception includes: Meet and Greet Celebrities, Wine Tasting , Buffet Dinner prepared by Sterling Ball and the American Royal Invitational Champion BBQ Team, the Warren County Pork Choppers.
7:30pm – Doors open for general admission tickets
8:00pm – Concert and Barn Dance begins

VIP TABLE PRICING:

All VIP Tables include (1)Table and (8)VIP Tickets for Reception at 6PM,

*One (1) Goodie Bag per VIP * Premier Parking * Wine Tasting * Buffet Dinner * Meet & Greet with Celebrities*

FRONT OF HOUSE: VIP Table of 8 (located directly behind sponsors) – $3,500

MIDDLE OF HOUSE: VIP Table of 8: – $2,500

BACK OF HOUSE VIP Table of 8: – $1,500

TICKET PRICING:

VIP Couple Tickets (2 Seats at VIP Table, Back of House w/ Reception at 6PM) – $500

General Admission Couple Tickets – (this purchase is for 2 tickets) – $125

General Admission – $75

Buy your Tickets and/or VIP Tables at www.thebarndance.com.

Saint Patrick’s Day

6:05 pm | Monday, Mar 16th

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Via Wikipedia:

Saint Patrick’s Day (Irish: Lá Fhéile Pádraig; Ulster-Scots: Saunt Petherick’s Day)^[2] is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated internationally on 17 March. It commemorates Saint Patrick (c. AD 387–461), the most commonly recognised of the patron saints ofIreland, and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland.^[1] It is observed by the Catholic Church, the Anglican Communion (especially theChurch of Ireland),^[3] the Eastern Orthodox Church and Lutheran Church. Saint Patrick’s Day was made an official feast day in the early 17th century, and has gradually become a secular celebration of Irish culture in general.^[4]

The day is generally characterised by the attendance of church services,^[4]^[5] wearing of green attire (especially shamrocks),^[6] and the lifting of Lenten restrictions on eating and drinking alcohol,^[6]^[7]^[8]which is often proscribed during the rest of the season.^[4]^[6]^[7]^[8]

Saint Patrick’s Day is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland,^[9]Northern Ireland,^[10] Newfoundland and Labrador and in Montserrat. It is also widely celebrated by the Irish diaspora, especially in places such as Great Britain, Canada, the United States, Argentina, Australia, and New Zealand, among others. Today, St. Patrick’s Day is probably the most widely celebrated saints day in the world.^[11]

Young Professionals Philanthropy

5:29 pm | Monday, Mar 9th

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Join us for a cup of coffee and an opportunity to give back alongside your fellow YPs through GroundsWELL Project.95. The Well Coffeehouse is encouraging each customer to purchase a cup of coffee and donate an extra 95 cents to go toward its next major water project in Nairobi, Kenya. The goal is to raise $38,000 to build 2-3 wells that will provide water for thousands of people.

Wednesday, March 18
5 pm – 7 pm
The Well Coffeehouse
690 Old Hickory Boulevard, Brentwood

Petfinder Grant

3:57 pm | Monday, Mar 2nd

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The Williamson County Animal Center, 106 Claude Yates Dr. in Franklin, TN has received a $1,000 grant from the Petfinder Foundation in partnership with Orvis, a retail and mail-order business specializing in sporting goods. One of the company’s initiatives is aimed at dog rescue, and the “Orvis Commitment” has matched donations from the public, dollar for dollar, up to $30,000 per year, for a total contribution to the Petfinder Foundation of over $18,000 since the partnership began. Williamson County Animal Center is one of the 110 animal rescue organizations that has received one of the grants,

The Petfinder.com Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)3 public charity, helps homeless pets by saving lives through adoptions, helping shelters prepare for and recover from disaster and working to make sure animal welfare organizations across the country are more sustainable. Its mission is to ensure no adoptable pert is euthanized for lack of a home. Since 2003 the foundation has provided over $20 million in grants to animal welfare organizations and Petfinder.com member shelters and rescue groups.

Williamson County Animal Center utilizes www.petfinder.com to showcase adoptable dogs and cats. Shelter director Laura Chavarria reports that the grant money will be used to better promote adoption through the use of enhanced photography methods and videotaping.

Brightstone Bracketology

3:49 pm | Monday, Mar 2nd

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In 1987, President Ronald Reagan declared March as National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. The proclamation called for people to provide understanding, encouragement and opportunities to help persons with developmental disabilities to lead productive and fulfilling lives.

Since this proclamation describes the mission of BrightStone, during the month of March, BrightStone is initiating a fun, awareness campaign entitled “BrightStone Bracketology”. A total of 16 donors, volunteers and staff members have joined in a “competition” to recruit new Facebook likes and Twitter followers to help build awareness for BrightStone’s mission, vision and work in the community of developmental disabilities.

The sixteen participants are encouraged to go viral and communicate with their personal friends and followers to not only cast their vote for them by liking or following with their assigned hashtag, but also to encourage their friends and followers to help spread the message. “Viral communication will be key to this campaign,” stated Tina Majors, Director of Fund Development at BrightStone. “Building awareness for BrightStone will allow us to share updates, opportunities, accomplishments and milestones with social media friends. We know that our community likes to vote online, and this is a slightly different twist!”

Other ways that you can make a difference and participate in Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month include:

(1) Volunteer! An hour, a half/day to help a BrightStone student, for a project, for an event—we have something for everyone! You can use your abilities to help BrightStone! Call 615-790-4888 or email info@brightstone.org to learn more.

(2) Organize a themed “Shower of Blessings” from your church, organization, club or workplace to provide needed supplies and materials for operations. Ideas include: Paper Goods, Pantry Items, Office Supplies, Arts and Crafts, Production Needs, etc. Lists of specific needs can be provided upon request.

(3) Schedule a personalized tour for yourself, a friend, business associates, organization or club members, church members, co-workers, etc. Tours are generally given Mondays-Thursdays, at either 9:30 or 11:00 a.m.

(4) Plan to participate in BrightStone’s BOWLABILITY benefit on August 10^th or 11^thby organizing a team and raising much needed funds for our adults. Go ahead and make that commitment by registering at http://www.firstgiving.com/brightstone/bowlability2015. Participating is SO MUCH FUN!

(5) Financially support BrightStone’s endeavors by contributing to our scholarship fund, “Enhance the Chance”. Help make it possible for an adult to attend who otherwise might not be able. Visit http://brightstone.org/donate/enhance-the-chance-scholarship-campaign/.

Providing a post-secondary educational and training opportunity for adults with developmental disabilities, BrightStone has been celebrating the ABILITIES of adults with special needs for over 15 years. Please visit www.brightstone.org or call 790-4888 to learn more about BrightStone.